Derek the Dredger and the Marine Biologists
- Reference:
- 08/P27
- Organisation:
- Hampshire and Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology
- Amount Funded:
- £40,430
- Status:
- Complete
The 'Derek the Dredger and the Marine Biologists' project will
build on the success of 'Derek the Dredger and the Underwater
Archaeologists' by using the same format to introduce issues
concerning the relationship between marine aggregate dredging and
marine wildlife. It will introduce a potentially complex subject
using the simplest means possible so that young children find the
topics accessible and fun. It will turn marine habitats and
biodiversity, and marine aggregate dredging into imaginative, fun,
exciting subjects that appeal to children aged between five and
seven. The production of the book has three main elements: the
illustrations, the story, and delivering the message about the
relationship between maritime archaeology and marine aggregate.
The project is in it's early stages but a storyline has been
developed after meetings with marine wildlife specialists and a
publisher has been met with to discuss potential marketing
strategies. The storyline explores the special talents of marine
wildlife and explores how the aggregate industry can compliment our
knowledge of the underwater world.
The new Derek Website has been completed http://www.derekthedredger.co.uk/